Copper-Azole Treated Maple Billets from Japan
Nonconiferous sugar maple wood billets treated with copper-azole preservative for enhanced rot resistance, supplied roughly squared for furniture stock. Falls under HTS 4403.12.00 as preserved nonconiferous wood in the rough state.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Document treatment pressure and retention levels; test for heavy metal leaching compliance; segregate from food-contact destined materials